Good Housekeeping articles from September 2004

Good Housekeeping archives from September 2004

Psst!(Behind the Scenes)
September 1, 2004... With this issue, we're launching a new feature starring legendary gossip goddess Liz Smith. For years, Smith has been dining with some of the world's biggest stars; now you can eavesdrop on their conversations in At Lunch with Liz. Her chat...

The homefront.(Behind the Scenes)
September 1, 2004... Chris Anderson, whose work has appeared in Esquire and Vanity Fair, among others, photographed war widow Amanda Jordan for "The Women Left Behind" (page 144). After having been embedded with the troops in Iraq, Anderson says it was a privilege...

Country charmer.(Behind the Scenes)
September 1, 2004... At our photo shoot, Wynonna Judd (with, from left, GH Entertainment Editor Kate Coyne, photographer Andrew Southam, and GH Photo Editor Toni Paciello) kept everyone laughing. Her meeting story starts on page 128.

Five things I learned in this issue.(Behind the Scenes)
September 1, 2004... 1.... that a few of my favorite snacks have had a makeover. Trans fats have vanished from the new, heart-healthier versions of Oreos, Triscuits, and Goldfish. page 91 2... that the nasty stains from hair-color treatments can be erased...

Fabulous at 50.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I was so pleased to see the lovely Christie Brinkley on the cover of your July issue. I found it especially refreshing to read that she does not adhere to a strict diet, avoids cosmetic surgery, and appears to be totally confident about the way...

True fiction.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... I laughed so hard I cried when I got to the "grand entrance" part of the short story "The Anniversary Present" (July). My husband of 38 years came in from the den to find out what was so funny. I think anyone who's been married for 25 years or...

Money-minded.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... As a longtime subscriber, I wanted to thank you for the review of the Magikan garbage can ("Infomercial Road Test," July). Because I am in a wheelchair, I have a difficult time putting trash bags into cans. I thought the Magikan, with its...

Do-good donors.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Maureen Dowd's story about her niece, Jennifer, donating a kidney to her uncle ("Jennifer's Gift," July) struck a personal chord with several readers. Jessica Martin and Alicia Rowe, a living-donor mother-daughter team from Stuart's Draft,...

Bathing beauties.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Thank you for putting real women in swimsuits for the June Good Looks section! It was great to see all the beautiful curves and a realistic view of the suits... much more helpful than the typical stick-thin models. --Audra Raus,...

Father and daughter.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... The June article "A Daughter's Devotion," about Maria Shriver's book and her father's struggle with Alzheimer's disease, was fantastic. Her words brought tears to my eyes. I just wish the book had been written earlier; we lost my mother-in-law...

A boy's best friend.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2004... Connor Quinn, 17 months old, of Rockford, Illinois, was slow to crawl; grandparents Ralph and Karen Brown of Lake in the Hills, Illinois, suspect his dog, Maggie, may have impeded his progress! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Skin cancer: are you at risk?(United States)
September 1, 2004... This year, more than one million Americans will develop skin cancer. And the most dangerous form, melanoma, is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. Although fair-skinned people are at highest risk, anyone can get it. Overexposure to...

September: idea of the month.(Say Curtains To Kitchen Clutter)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Do countertop appliances give your cooking space a hard, industrial edge? For a more feminine feel, hide your coffeemaker and other equipment behind a veil of vintage dishtowels. Tacked onto orange painted cupboards, these floral-print beauties...

Smooth your skin with eggs.(Good ideas)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Do your pores look larger than you'd like? The problem gets worse in warmer months, when sweat and dirt clog them, says skin-care chemist Yvegenya Freylikhman. An easy fix is right in your refrigerator: Beat egg whites (they contain a protein...

Cute candleholders.(Sweet Touch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A special way to top off a birthday cupcake: Place each candle in the hole of a Life Savers candy. Or, drop dollops of colorful icing onto a cake and stick a candle in the center of each one. As a treat for kids with a sweet tooth, create...

Create a keepsake baby gift.(Good ideas)(shadowboxes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Shadowboxes can turn memories into artwork. For a unique baby present, gather items--the front page of the newspaper from the baby's birth date, a pair of booties, a birth announcement, the first photo--and arrange them in a collage inside the...

Personalize your paper goods.(Custom Crafts)(hand stamps)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... 1 Make your mark on plain stationery with an imprint of your monogram. All it takes is an initial embosser--use it to press a simple design into note cards, invitations, envelopes, and construction paper. 2 To create customized napkins for...

Mix up a sweet facial scrub.(Good ideas)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... For a brighter, rosier complexion, add a teaspoon of granulated sugar to a regular cleanser and blend in your hands, says Virginia-based aesthetician Susie Galvez. (Just make sure your product doesn't already contain exfoliating beads or alpha...

Bye-bye, boring corkboard.(Special bulletin)(metal magnetic message boards)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Yes, you need a place to display cards, photos, and shopping lists, but it doesn't have to be an eyesore (or clutter up the refrigerator door). This metal magnetic board, made from recycled barn roofing tin, is available from Barnstorm. $24,...

Q What's the proper way to store a wineglass--stem up or down?(Good advice: Heloise to the rescue)(Brief Article)(Column)
September 1, 2004... HELOISE: The consensus from crystal experts is that stemware should be stored upright, exactly as you'd use it, to prevent chipping. The glasses shouldn't touch--this can also cause cracking or chipping. However, to save space, I store every...

Did you know ..(Good advice: Heloise to the rescue)(Brief Article)(Column)
September 1, 2004... 1. WHEN TO REPLACE A SPONGE "My kitchen sponges smell of mildew within a few days of use, even after I've cleaned them. Any advice?" asks Gabriella Miller of Coppell, Texas. Try washing them in a solution of dishwashing detergent and hot...

Freshen smelly hands.(Good advice: Heloise to the rescue)(removing garlic odor)(Brief Article)(Column)
September 1, 2004... "How do you remove garlic odor from hands?" asks Carol Cole of Brooklyn, New York. You can avoid the problem by wearing thin, disposable gloves when you handle garlic, onion, fish, or other pungent foods. Here are three sure ways to get rid...

Bird feeder security.(Good advice: Heloise to the rescue)(Brief Article)(Column)
September 1, 2004... "Is there a safe way to get rid of squirrels in my bird feeder? I've heard that sprinkling black and cayenne pepper works," writes Kathy Harris of Latham, New York. Nope, pepper won't work. An easier idea: Give squirrels their own feeders....

Will you get an A+ in school etiquette?(Good advice: Peggy Post on modern manners)(Column)
September 1, 2004... PARENT TO PARENT Other moms are pressuring me to help out with PTA projects, but I work full-time. How should I respond? If you're in an office 40 hours a week or more, you may not be able to chair a big event. But remember: The...

Make over your house--this weekend!(Good house)("The Comfort of Color" by Susan Sargent)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Our quickie decorating guide is full of ideas from designer Susan Sargent, plus tricks of the trade for under $50! IN GO DAYS, YOU CAN: * jazz up the living room * make a dull kitchen special * beat the bedroom blahs ...

Kitchen aid: easy ways to update.(Good house)
September 1, 2004... You spend so much time there, it's no surprise you're bored with the decor. According to the National Kitchen & Bath Association, the kitchen is the most frequently renovated room. But an all-out redo isn't your only option. These simple...

Great ideas under $50: some of our favorite TV decorators share clever ways to spruce up a room--on the cheap.(Good house)
September 1, 2004... Create a "picture" window. Check out tag sales or salvage yards to find an old wood-framed window with the glass intact. Clean it up and use it to frame interesting photos, enlarged at a copy center to fit behind the glass.--Genevieve Gorder, a...

Beat the bedroom blahs.(Good house)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Brimming with romantic details, this room has been turned into a retreat just right for relaxing and daydreaming--all thanks to the folks at Lowe's, who teamed up with our decorating editor for this makeover. Inspired? Use their ideas to...

Top paint colors: confused by all those samples in the stores? Designers solve your problem with their favorite paint shades.(Good house)
September 1, 2004... DEBBIE TRAVIS, creator and host of HGTV's Debbie Travis' Facelift and author of several decorating books Pale Powder 204 from Farrow & Ball "This is my favorite pale neutral. I wake up to the serene blue every morning in my bedroom." ...

Good deals: looks you'll love--for less.(fashion)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... hair lift An easy way to wear autumn's tweedy trend: Try this sophisticated ponytail holder from Goody. $3.99 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] pretty plus Good news: Old Navy is launching a plus-size line, with great finds like...

The hair revolution: looking terrific just got faster and easier. The reason: breakthroughs in everything from blow dryers to straighteners to new at-home color and care.(Good looks)(Buyers Guide)
September 1, 2004... Every month--no, make that every day--GH gets press releases and party invitations from companies launching new hair-care products: a shampoo, a mousse, a curling iron, you name it. And while these are often toured as big breakthroughs, they're...

Color therapy: 4 updates: whether you want to cover gray or just go for a more flattering shade, these innovations offer better, easier, less damaging ways to do the job.(Good looks)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... 1 healthier salon dyes "New formulas with smaller color pigments are less harsh on hair. Normally, a lot of ammonia is used to blow the shaft open so color can penetrate-these dyes don't need that," says colorist Gary Howse, co-owner of the...

Cheaper straightening services: do they work? When Japanese hair straightening hit the states, it cost up to $1,000. Now big brands are offering their own salon straightening treatments at half that price or less. We test the best.(Good looks)(www.fantasticsams.com)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... * FAROUK CHI TRANSFORMATION SYSTEM AT FANTASTIC SAMS, $200-$350 Our tester emerged sleek, but a week later, her roots turned slightly wavy. Still, she's a fan. "My hair is smoother and more manageable," she says. "And even though it's not as...

Extreme hair makeovers: you don't need a surgeon--just a stylist! For inspiration, check out these three amazing transformations.(Good looks)
September 1, 2004... alice carroll Alice, 39, homeschools four of her children (while caring for the baby, now ten months old), so she rarely has time for herself. Maybe that's why she's had the same haircut--which she calls "the long, no-style look"--for...

Legs that go cramp in the night.(Good health)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Calf muscles can go into spasm when you stand fin. too long or stretch in an awkward way (to reach a high shelf, for example). If a cramp hits when you're lying in bed, as it always seems to, flex your foot for a few seconds so that your toes...

Are you getting enough potassium?(Good health)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Probably not, according to the latest guidelines. If you're like most women, you're not even getting half of the 4,700 milligrams you need daily to keep blood pressure down and reduce the risk of" kidney stones and bone loss. You'll find this...

Happier after hysterectomy.(Good health)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... It is almost a cliche that doctors are too quick to recommend a hysterectomy--and that patients who go along with the suggestion often regret their decision. Here's a surprise: Researchers at the University of California at San Francisco...

The five worst cities for fall allergies.(Good health; www.allergyactionplan.com)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Based on prior pollen levels and sales of antihistamines, as well as the number of certified allergists per capita, these towns (right) will have the most sneezing this fall, predicts the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Even if your...

The best place to have surgery ...(Good health; a hospital which performs many complicated operations)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... ... Is in a hospital that does lots of complicated operations--even if they don't specialize in the procedure you're having. These centers tend to have more staff and equipment, possibly making them better prepared to handle problems, say...

Uh-oh, ate too much?(Good health)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... You overindulged at dinner--perhaps at your mother-in-law's or at a family restaurant. And now you feel miserable. What to do? The quickest way to relieve bloat is to pop an antacid containing simethicone (such as Gas-X, Alka-Seltzer, Maalox,...

"I thought I might have an ulcer".(Diagnosis; patient's pregnant)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Symptom A year of big changes at work and of illnesses in her family had put Francie Todd of East Lansing, Michigan, under enormous stress. So when she developed nearly constant heartburn and stomach pain, she figured it might be an ulcer. I'd...

Betrayed by her body: she couldn't be intimate with her husband--or have the family she longed for. Chris Veasley's brave struggle to find a cure for a painful medical problem.(Good health; vulvodynia)
September 1, 2004... In 1994, she had just finished her freshman year at the University of Wisconsin. A bright, pretty girl with a full life, Chris Sanders was active in her church and loved to play soccer, volleyball, and basketball. And yet, she often found...

No more glasses! The new three-minute surgery that cures "middle-aged" vision--plus other breakthroughs that will help you see better than ever.(Good health; conductive keratoplasty )
September 1, 2004... I am at my desk, trying to read papers and look at my computer screen. Sounds simple, right? Ha. This entails putting on my reading glasses when I want to look at the papers. But then, to see the computer screen, I need to flip the glasses up...

Style keepers: hot promotions and irresistible products to buy at Rite Aid.(advertisement)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... OLAY COMPLETE Olay complete SPF 15 moisturizer helps improve the health of your skin: SPF 15 to help protect, more replenishing moisture to help prevent dryness, plus antioxidant vitamins E and C. Let your skin drink it in! EUCERIN...

Do you know your credit score?(Money talk)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... You're aware of credit reports. But did you realize that you also have a credit score? It's a numerical translation of your credit history that lenders, insurers, employers, landlords, and others can use to quickly decide whether they want to...

Downloading danger.(Money talk; KaZaa software geared to kids can cause security problems)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Ever heard of KaZaa? No doubt your kids have. They can get the latest songs and movies for free through its peer-to-peer file-sharing technology. But if your child installs the program incorrectly, everything on your hard drive could become...

How to make your financial future secure: what you need to know today about Social Security, Medicare, and more--so you'll have enough money later on.(Money)
September 1, 2004... I know you're planning for the future. That's what smart women do. You're building a nest egg and adding to your 401 (k). But still you wonder if you'll have enough for retirement. Here's a tip: You need to do more than save. You also need to...

Dig in! Classic snacks slim down.(Testing Testing! News for you from The Good Housekeeping Institute)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... They make junk food taste better and lengthen shelf life, but the ingredients known as trans fats (found in partially hydrogenated oils) can also increase your risk of heart disease. To the rescue: trans-fat-free versions of three beloved...

Measuring tapes that miss the mark.(Thumbs Down)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The concept is great: Push a button and voila--a laser beam sizes up the dimensions of your wall. But when the GH Institute put these "sonic tapes" to the test, they didn't measure up. The three models we evaluated, including the Strait-Line...

Power washer: it scrubs so you don't have to.(First Look; Kenmore's Elite Turbo-Zone dishwashers )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Be honest: How many days has that lasagna pan been in the sink? Kenmore's new line of Elite Turbo-Zone dishwashers has a unique spray feature, right, that's designed to make even the crustiest cookware shine. In a special section of the lower...

Time to try TiVo? TV tech update.(Testing Testing! News for you from The Good Housekeeping Institute; digital video recorders)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... You can pause TV, get instant replay, and record your favorite soaps (no VCR required) with digital video recorder services. TiVo is the most popular, but is it still the best (and do you need a Ph.D. to figure out how to use it)? The GH...

Don't trust this "diet" dessert.(Testing Testing! News for you from The Good Housekeeping Institute; cake rolls from Robbins Nest Bakeries)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... If you've ever counted calories, you've probably been tempted by the cake rolls from Robbins Nest Bakeries. These flavored confections--sold in health food stores and through dozens of Web sites--claim to be low carb, sugar free, and fat free....

The latest toaster ovens: from meatloaf to chicken (and, of course, bread!), these new models can cook just about anything.(Bake-Off)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Best overall You can whip up dinner and even dessert in the T-Fal Avant4 Elite Toaster Oven with Convection 0T8080 ($149.99), the highest-rated model we tested. Thanks to its convection fan, the Avante Elite can turn out cookies and cakes...

Danger on wheels: motorized toys like these sent kids to the ER over 550 times last year. We report on the hazards the ads don't mention.(Family time)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Motorized scooters The newest electric-powered models are faster than ever, some able to reach 15 mph. Nonetheless, many are advertised for kids as young as eight. Spills from these hard-to-handle scooters are common and can cause...

The comeback baby: when my daughter was just six months old, a doctor told me she didn't stand a chance. It's a good thing I didn't listen.(family)
September 1, 2004... how do you write a eulogy for a baby? I began writing one for my daughter the day the doctor told us that she would not live to see her second birthday. I recorded every prayer and every dream of who she might have been. The words are still...

Are you fighting your kid's battles? When to let your child go it alone--and when you absolutely must get involved.(family)
September 1, 2004... My six-year-old son, Jackson, got off the bus the other day in tears. A boy named Nathan had taken Jackson's new football pencil and wouldn't give it back. Nathan, I believed, had been harassing my son for weeks. It was time to put an end to...

After the gold: she won an Olympic medal at 14. Then her life fell apart. Now 22, Dominique Moceanu tells how she's regaining her balance.(Real lives)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... She was tiny, even for a gymnast--only four feet three inches tall and 72 pounds. At 14, Dominique Moceanu was also an incredibly tough competitor: Despite suffering a painful stress fracture in her right leg, she had just helped the U.S....

Whoopi Goldberg: laugh-out-loud talk from the Oscar winner on her high-profile romances, wearing a loincloth, and (maybe) playing Mary Poppins!(At lunch with Liz)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... I'm always happy to while away an afternoon at Le Cirque, the opulent New York City eatery where there's a star at nearly every table. But nothing can compare to a long lunch with a woman as candid, sharp, and completely hilarious as Whoopi...

Getting personal: Joy Behar solves your problems.
September 1, 2004... Q My sister is addicted to self-help , books. Every time I talk to her, she's got some new theory about how she should live her life; either she needs to be more assertive or she needs to listen to her inner child or she has to "discover her...

Does this sound familiar?(Getting personal; managing friendship)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A reader from Michigan recently wrote the following: "My best friend, doesn't have kids, always expects me to do things spontaneously with her-spur-of-the-moment lunches, quick escapes to the nail salon. But with two kids and a part-time job, I...

Learning to love again: when my husband died on 9/11, I thought my life was over. Then I met Eric.(Getting personal)
September 1, 2004... it might seem strange, but the parts of my life I love the most now are the very ordinary ones. Like last Sunday, when my husband, Eric, and I spent the day running errands, checking homework, and doing laundry. At dinnertime, the six of...

Calcium information that could help save your bones.(Advertisement)
September 1, 2004... Did you know? Medications that fight osteoporosis need calcium to work. if you're taking a prescriptions medication to treat osteoporosis, you should be aware they do not contain calcium. You need adequate dietary calcium and vitamin D...

'Home is where the heart is'.(Proverb; Excerpt from My Life by Bill Clinton)(Excerpt)
September 1, 2004... My grandparents, house in Hope, Arkansas, where I lived till I was four, is the place I associate with awakening to life: to the smells of country food; to my first toys, including a simple length of chain I prized above them all; to strange...

Wynonna's weight war: she's a country superstar. But Wynonna Judd is also a woman on a mission. How a lifetime of emotional issues sent her eating out of control--and why she's finally fighting back.(Interview)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2004... It's a sparkling Southern California afternoon, and Wynonna Judd is singing her heart out. As one half of the popular duo The Judds, Wynonna--with her morn, Naomi--had legions of fans. Today, as a solo artist, Wynonna has followers who continue...

Star diet struggles.(Carnie Wilson; Delta Burke; Kirstie Alley)
September 1, 2004... In Hollywood, everyone aspires to a flawless figure. But no amount of money--or help from personal trainers and nutritionists--can help some stars conquer their food issues. "Weight loss isn't about a great diet or a great workout system,"...

The price of love: she had a job in Congress, a loving husband, and a beautiful daughter. Then her fairy tale collapsed--and she had to start over.(Congresswoman Deborah Pryce)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... On Capitol Hill, Congresswoman Deborah Pryce is known as a mediator. So when howls of protest suddenly disrupt her elegant D.C. office, this highest-ranking female Republican ever to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives is ready for...

Falling for fundamentals.(fashion classics)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Got a crush on cardigans? Feel the need for tweed? You're in luck--this year's trends are all classics you can wear forever. The cardigan Cashmere cardigan from Maya. Camel pants from Express Design Studio. Faux-fur collar from Helen...

The women left behind: the grief-stricken wives who've lost their husbands to the war in Iraq often face another hurdle: fumbles and mix-ups by those responsible for helping them.(Interview)
September 1, 2004... The morning of March 24, 2003, started like any other for Amanda Jordan of Enfield, Connecticut. She climbed out of bed, woke up her six-year-old son, Tyler, got him dressed for school, then hurriedly dressed for work and put breakfast on the...

Garden variety.(salads)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Take advantage of the late summer harvest with these hearty salads fit for family dinners. Curried chicken with mango and cantaloupe slaw Salad nicoise Topped with shrimp, fish, or chunks of meat, these simple and savory main-dish...

Power to the prawn.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... SEASIDE PRAWNS & PINEAPPLE KABOBS Makes 4 servings. 16 fresh or thawed jumbo prawns or shrimp 1 can (8 oz.) pineapple chunks 1/2 cup Kikkoman Quick & Easy Marinade[TM], Roasted Garlic & Herbs, Toasted Sesame, Honey & Mustard...

Easy supper salads.(Recipes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... sopressata & roma bean salad with pecorino pictured at right Prep 10 minutes Cook about 12 minutes Makes 4 main-dish servings 1 1/4 pounds Roma (broad) beans or green beans, trimmed 1 lemon 2 tablespoons...

Iced coffee break: the best brews.(Good Housekeeping Institute Report)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... No time to stop for coffee? Bottled drinks that taste like they were brewed by your local barista' can be a convenient substitute. To find the best chilled java, our taste testers sipped five national brands. THE WINNERS Folgers Jakada...

Home cooking: "we can't get enough of this dip".(Recipes)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Executive chef Jim Botsacos is the talent behind our favorite Greek restaurant in New York City, Molyvos. Our food editors often walk there for special lunches--it's just two blocks from our office and around the corner from Carnegie Hall. We...

In my kitchen.(Recipes)
September 1, 2004... Fine wine for a crowd If you're looking for a great low-cost wine for parties (or for any occasion), think inside the box. We recently did a blind taste test and discovered that boxed wine can be better than bottled! For instance, we...

The perfect coffee cake.(Recipes)
September 1, 2004... Prep 30 minutes plus cooling Bake about 55 minutes Makes 16 servings 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 cups plus 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 3/4 cup chopped pecans ...

30 days to thin: do our walkathon workout--and tell those extra pounds to take a hike!(Fitness)
September 1, 2004... You know that exercising will make weight loss easier... getting yourself to start, though, can be unbelievably difficult. So make it simple: Just walk. You definitely know how; you've been doing it since you were about a year old! But these...

Laughs.(your Goodhouse guide)
September 1, 2004... AMERICAN IDLE [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Royal Laundry "I dunno what all the fuss is! I love the emperor's new clothes!" [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 'I wear glasses, primarily so I can look for the things that I keep losing.' ...

Alert: recalls.(Recalls)(Illustration)
September 1, 2004... ALERT: Recalls Are there unsafe products in your home? Check the recalls list below. These items were recalled by manufacturers in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. For more information, contact the companies at...

Burning questions for ... Tony Danza: actor, singer, and host of The Tony Danza Show.(Brief Article)(Interview)
September 1, 2004... What's the best advice you've ever received? "I'm a worrier by nature, so I'm always saying, 'But what if...,' and my wife will say to me, 'Don't borrow trouble.' She reminds me not to get worked up about things that haven't even...